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Love A Child Daycare
5.0
Listen, I love this woman’s vibe, her passion, he gentleness with my child, the dedication! My child ask about her at home, ready for the next day! She taught him the 10 commandments in 3 days !!!!! The center is clean, well prepared, and full of activities. I love this daycare ❤️😩
- Care member
Academia Elze
5.0
The people at Academia Elze make all the difference. The feeling you get from the students and teachers at Elze when you walk in the door is one of love and caring. The staff is extremely communicative and does a great job of updating you of your child's progress and more importantly, their...
- Paul L
Sowing Seeds
4.0
Mary watched my children for only two weeks, but she did a wonderful job. We were unable to keep going there for personal reasons. We would have loved to stay with Mary and Leone. My 2 and 1/2 year old still talks about them sometimes.
- Jessica P.
New Horizon Academy - Minneapolis Penn Avenue
5.0
Allison Westplate
21 hours ago
I work across the street as a teacher at Lucy Craft Laney and have been sending my daughter, who is 18 months, since she was 3 months old to this New Horizon. Rio has been blessed to have such amazing, loving teachers and a highly qualified director.
Every morning...
- Allison W.
Turnquist Child Enrichment Center
5.0
Absolutely love this center, cannot ask for anything more when it comes to the parent/teacher relationships. Everybody is so hands on with the children, I love it.
- Dyan
Preschools in Minneapolis, MN
Love A Child Daycare
1501 Lowry Ave N Unit C, MINNEAPOLIS, MN
5.0
(4)
Hello Families!! Love A Child Daycare is a new small child care center with preschoolers and school age. We offer before and after school care,play based,Curriculum, Nutritional meals,CPR Certified Staff,Limited Slots, Will expand hours based upon staffing. Call and schedule a tour or feel free to...
5.0
"I came to know Love a Child Daycare through a family member who had their twins enrolled and they would come home telling us all that they learned and fun they had that day. I know they were very well taken care and loved. The owner is such a delighted and the...
Fredrick B.
Academia Elze
4 W Franklin Ave, Minneapolis, MN
5.0
(4)
Academia ELZE offers personalized care in a Spanish Immersion setting. We implement a child centered approach to engage all students in active learning. With low ratios and experienced staff, our program is tailored to meet the needs of all our students. Now Enrolling 6 weeks to 5 years old.
5.0
"The staff at Academia Elze provides excellent early childhood education for my daughter in a nurturing environment. My toddler is always happy to be there with her teachers and friends. It gives me peace of mind to know that l can go to work and not worry about...
Paula
Sowing Seeds
3226 Pierce St NE, Minneapolis, MN
4.0
(1)
Sowing Seeds is a neighborhood daycare that is a safe, reliable, and nurturing family environment focused on providing a complete and well-rounded experience for every child.
We center healthy living by promoting gardening, exercise, and with a special emphasis on school readiness.
4.0
"Mary watched my children for only two weeks, but she did a wonderful job. We were unable to keep going there for personal reasons. We would have loved to stay with Mary and Leone. My 2 and 1/2 year old still talks about them sometimes."
Jessica P.
New Horizon Academy - Minneapolis Penn Avenue
3354 Penn Avenue North, Minneapolis, MN
3.0
(4)
Our beautiful, three story school, located off of Penn Avenue North and 34th Street in Minneapolis recently opened in 2015. It features three infant rooms, two toddler rooms, four preschool rooms and school-age room. We utilize a convenient electronic tool in each classroom for continuous...
5.0
"New Horizon Penn Location is the best my son learned so much and was well on his way to kindergarten, all the staff are very welcoming when you enter the building if I asked them to do something for my son it was done to the highest expectation.... I would...
Jami L.
Turnquist Child Enrichment Center
1800 2nd St Ne, Minneapolis, MN
5.0
(1)
Turnquist Child Enrichment Center is a childcare provider that serves the community of Minneapolis MN. It offers a warm and caring environment and provides age-appropriate activities that enhance children's emotional, physical, intellectual, and social abilities. The accommodates 64 children and...
5.0
"Absolutely love this center, cannot ask for anything more when it comes to the parent/teacher relationships. Everybody is so hands on with the children, I love it."
Dyan
Foundation Hill Montessori Child Care
15855 61st Ave N, Minneapolis, MN
5.0
(1)
Foundation Hill Montessori Child Care provides a prepared environment where children are free to respond to their natural tendency to work. The children’s innate passion for learning is encouraged by giving them opportunities to engage in spontaneous, purposeful activities with the guidance of a...
5.0
"My twins attended Foundation Hill for 3 years (2-5 years old) - my kids are now 8 years old, in 2nd grade, and we still visit the school every few months to say hi - my kids developed such strong, lasting relationships with the teachers and staff (and it shows...
Michele R.
Lil Newton's Nest
12325 Hwy 55, Minneapolis, MN
5.0
(1)
Lil Newton's Nest is an exceptional childcare center where imagination, love and education combine and result in new adventures every day Brilliance guaranteed!
We have designed an innovative program to suit the physical, emotional, intellectual, and social development of your child. We offer...
5.0
"Our oldest comes home excited every day about all the new things he is learning. The teachers are always happy to chat and give updates on the boys. Our oldest talks about the fun things he does at school A LOT. Our director is excellent with communication, both...
Donald
Rise & Shine Early Learning Center
3457 Fremont Ave N, Minneapolis, MN
5.0
(1)
Rise & Shine Early Learning Center is a day care center at 3457 Fremont Ave N, Minneapolis, MN that is dedicated to children's fun and education. That's why their center uses a learning curriculum that enables their students to grow and develop at a pace they are comfortable with.
5.0
"They have given my children wonderful care for 4 years"
Carrie M
Jeremiah Program
1501 Laurel Ave, Minneapolis, MN
4.0
(1)
4.0
"Took both my kids here for years, they're great!"
Ajah A.
Kinderberry Hill - Minneapolis, MN
50 S. 6th St., Suite 260, MINNEAPOLIS, MN
Located in the heart of downtown Minneapolis, Kinderberry Hill offers convenient parking ramp and skyway system access. Unique to this urban location, Kinderberry Hill Minneapolis boasts a private, nature-infused, rooftop play terrace. Our downtown Minneapolis childcare and early learning center has...
New Horizon Academy - Minneapolis, MN
1310 Hennepin Avenue, MINNEAPOLIS, MN
Thank you for considering the Minneapolis (Laurel Village) New Horizon Academy! One of six of our Minneapolis locations, we are conveniently located in downtown Minneapolis within the Laurel Village apartment complex, off Hennepin Avenue, I-394, and I-94. Our childcare center has three infant rooms,...
We are a family-owned organization, established in 2009. Ikram Childcare grew out of a dream that childcare centers can provide the foundation for a child’s love of learning and be an extension of a family. In relating to employees, parents, and children, we are guided by the same principles that...
We are a 4 star Parent Aware rated program located in South Minneapolis, close to highway 35W and 77. Our facility offers bright, spacious classrooms with its own private play area outside. Your child will feel safe in our warm, nurturing, and loving environment so that they will have what they need...
Lake Harriet United Methodist Preschool is a MN State Licensed, NAEYC Accredited, part-time & play-based preschool located in the Linden Hills neighborhood in Southwest Minneapolis. Our program serves children, 33 months through those entering kindergarten and our hours are 9am - 12:30pm, Monday,...
Lil' Adventures
12746 Verdin St NW Coon Rapids MN 55448, Minneapolis, MN
I currently have openings for 2-10 year old. I do not have room for anyone younger than 2 year old. I am located in Coon Rapids. My hours of operation are from 6:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.
My goal is to provide a welcoming home environment where learning and exploring can take...
YWCA Minneapolis Children's Center South Minneapolis
2400 Park Avenue, Minneapolis, MN
About YWCA Child Care:
YWCA Minneapolis is one of the largest nonprofit providers of nationally NAEYC accredited early childhood education in the state of Minnesota! We have 5 convenient locations in the Twin Cities.
Over 90% of preschoolers at YWCA Minneapolis meet rigorous early learning...
YWCA Minneapolis Children's Center at Downtown
1130 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis, MN
About YWCA Child Care:
YWCA Minneapolis is one of the largest nonprofit providers of nationally NAEYC accredited early childhood education in the state of Minnesota! We have 5 convenient locations in the Twin Cities.
Over 90% of preschoolers at YWCA Minneapolis meet rigorous early learning...
YWCA Minneapolis Children's Center at Midtown
2121 East Lake Street, Minneapolis, MN
About YWCA Child Care:
YWCA Minneapolis is one of the largest nonprofit providers of nationally NAEYC accredited early childhood education in the state of Minnesota! We have 5 convenient locations in the Twin Cities.
Over 90% of preschoolers at YWCA Minneapolis meet rigorous early learning...
Twin Lakes STEM Academy Child Care
6201 Noble Ave N, Minneapolis, MN
A wonderful preschool program dedicated to children ages 3-5 with focus on STEM curriculum. Our program focuses on executive function which will allow your child to be successful in Kindergarten and on up!
Minnehaha Academy
4200 West River Parkway, Minneapolis, MN
As a Christian school, Minnehaha Academy s goal is to create a loving, Christ-centered environment so your student feels secure and valued, and starts on a positive and productive learning path. We offer fully licensed 3 and 5 day programs for 3 and 4 year olds for partial or full-day. Our...
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FAQs for finding preschools near you in Minneapolis, MN
In 2025 what types of preschools can I find near me in Minneapolis, MN?
There are two main types of preschool programs near you in Minneapolis, MN. The first is a full-time program that usually works best for parents working full-time shifts, and the second is a part-time preschool where your child would attend only two to three days per week and typically choose between a morning and afternoon shift. A part-time preschool can be a great option if you want to ease the transition of this new learning experience for your child! You can also check your options in Minneapolis, MN for traditional preschool centers, or private home-based preschools.
What should I look for in a good preschool program near me in Minneapolis, MN?
When you begin looking for preschools near me in Minneapolis, MN, consider your priorities and ask administrators about their philosophies and approach to common child care issues or occurances. You may also want to ask about the ratio of learning time to supervised play time so you can get a good sense of whether you believe your child's needs will be met. From there, ask about what a typical day consists of, what the safety protocols are and how discipline will be handled. Also, make sure to check directly with the preschool for information about their local licensing and credentials in Minneapolis, MN.
How can I find a preschool near me in Minneapolis, MN?
When looking for a preschool near you in Minneapolis, MN on Care.com, you'll be able to review preschools by distance from you ZIP code. From there, you can compare between preschool programs by traditional facility-based preschools and private, in-home preschools. Be sure to check any reviews from other families in Minneapolis, MN who have previously sent their kids to any of the preschools you are interested in.
Ratings for Minneapolis, MN preschools listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.5 / 5
Preschools in Minneapolis, MN are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 18 reviews of the 252 listed preschools.